Recent Blogs - 2021

posted by Alicia Vasto on Thursday, March 4, 2021 Last month, the Governor's Economic Recovery Advisory Board released their recommendations for how the state should address challenges resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic. Alicia Vasto shares how their goals for placemaking and improved water quality in Iowa means it's time to fund the trust.

posted by Guest Blogger on Monday, March 1, 2021 Learn how a simple checkbox on your state tax form can generate hundreds of thousands of dollars to support non-game wildlife in Iowa, including Trumpeter Swans, bats, turtles and so much more.

posted by Kristen Weaverling on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 Decarbonization goals are becoming commonplace amongst businesses and cities alike. These goals differ greatly based on their definition, and are evolving quickly. In the world of frequent 100% clean energy declarations, learn why 24/7 carbon-free energy goals lead the pack in terms of its environmental benefit.

posted by Dr. Brian Campbell on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 Cold temperatures ravaged the Southern United States this winter, highlighting flaws in the electrical grid and how energy is managed. To reduce inequities and increase resiliency in the system, energy efficiency offers an attractive solution.

posted by Michael Goggin on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 Federal legislation can enable the investment needed to bolster the grid, just like it did with President Dwight Eisenhower's interstate highway system in the 1950s.

posted on Friday, February 19, 2021 IEC was saddened to learn this week of the passing of fierce supporter and past board member Paul Johnson. As we remember Paul, we thank Bleeding Heartland for sharing released previously unpublished comments from Paul's remarks at IEC's Annual Conference in October 2013.

posted on Friday, February 12, 2021 Madeleine Bradley updates us half way through her time as IEC's Future Environmental Leader and Student Board Member, sharing thoughts about what she has been doing and things she is been excited about.

posted on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 May 25, 2020 was the day George Floyd was murdered in Minneapolis and the U.S. erupted. For many, it was a devastating awakening to the racism embedded in our society. IEC has responded to this movement with reflection, discussion, and action. Read more about our ongoing journey for positive change.

posted on Thursday, February 4, 2021 Black Girls Do Bike, Des Moines chapter leader Dayna Chandler shares reflections on Transit Equity Day and how it shapes her advocacy year-round.

posted on Monday, February 1, 2021 Drake Law School student Bradley Adams shares his policy brief created in partnership with IEC as part of the Environmental Law and Policy Hack Competition. His brief advocates for bioretention practices in cities like Cedar Rapids, which have been hard hit by climate change, and how local leadership is more important than ever.